New York University Prague

Prague was absolutely amazing and the NYU program did a good job balancing our desire to travel/generally neglect our academics with their need to actually teach us a few things. The dorms were...
Will Henchy

Location

Czech Republic: Prague

Program Summary

Prague resonates with the culture of Europe, past and present. Home to prolific writers, artists, and musicians including Kafka, Mucha, Kundera, Mozart, Dvorák, and Smetana, Prague's many cafés, art galleries, music festivals, and theatres draw international performances and audiences. The NYU Prague academic center is located in two 15th-century buildings only steps away from the Old Town Square, considered the heart of the city, where some of the finest examples of Prague's architectural accomplishments, including Gothic, Renaissance, baroque, and art nouveau styles, can be observed. The NYU Prague curriculum introduces students to the historical, political, social, and cultural heritage of the Czech Republic, and it helps them understand its role in a changing Europe and appreciate the complex economic and political issues influencing the relationship between Eastern and Western Europe. All courses are taught in English, and students also have the opportunity to take language courses in Czech, ...

Program Summary

Prague resonates with the culture of Europe, past and present. Home to prolific writers, artists, and musicians including Kafka, Mucha, Kundera, Mozart, Dvorák, and Smetana, Prague's many cafés, art galleries, music festivals, and theatres draw international performances and audiences. The NYU Prague academic center is located in two 15th-century buildings only steps away from the Old Town Square, considered the heart of the city, where some of the finest examples of Prague's architectural accomplishments, including Gothic, Renaissance, baroque, and art nouveau styles, can be observed. The NYU Prague curriculum introduces students to the historical, political, social, and cultural heritage of the Czech Republic, and it helps them understand its role in a changing Europe and appreciate the complex economic and political issues influencing the relationship between Eastern and Western Europe. All courses are taught in English, and students also have the opportunity to take language courses in Czech, German, Polish, or Russian.

Program Highlights

Full-time student affairs staff plan numerous events and activities for students to become familiar with their new city in their first few weeks. Students visit such institutions as the Parliament of the Czech Republic, the Foreign Ministry, and Radio Free Europe to experience firsthand life after the Velvet Revolution, led by former president Václav Havel. Several field trips are also organized each semester so that students can explore the historic countryside. Outside of Prague, in nearby villages and towns, students discover the medieval architecture and musical heritage of Bohemia and Moravia. Students travel to medieval cities such as Cesky Krumlov, to the historic spa known as Karlovy Vary, and to the vineyards and farms of the region. In addition, weekend excursions may be organized to cities such as Budapest and Berlin. Internships and community service opportunities are available.

10/ 10

Great program - excellent professors and topics, great night life, and decent cultural exposure, but not enough interaction with locals.

Overall Rating

10/ 10

Academics

7

Living Situation

10

Cultural Immersion

8

Program Administration

10

Health and Safety

10

Social Life

10

Prague Was Absolutely Amazing

Submitted by
Will Henchy -
Undisclosed| September 26, 2014

Prague was absolutely amazing and the NYU program did a good job balancing our desire to travel/generally neglect our academics with their need to actually teach us a few things. The dorms were all very nice (especially the new ones, which were gorgeous), and the NYU trips etc were great. Everyone was super nice and friendly. and I absolutely commend NYU in Prague. You wont regret going.

Overall Rating

10/ 10

Academics

10

Living Situation

10

Cultural Immersion

10

Program Administration

10

Health and Safety

N/A

Social Life

N/A

Great experience. Best summer of my life!...

Submitted by
Daniel Adler -
Czech Republic| March 25, 2009

Great experience. Best summer of my life!

Overall Rating

10/ 10

Academics

N/A

Living Situation

N/A

Cultural Immersion

N/A

Program Administration

N/A

Health and Safety

N/A

Social Life

N/A

It was awesome. I wish I was still sitting...

Submitted by
Rebecca -
Czech Republic| February 26, 2009

It was awesome. I wish I was still sitting drunk at Chapeau Rouge.

Overall Rating

10/ 10

Academics

5

Living Situation

8

Cultural Immersion

10

Program Administration

10

Health and Safety

N/A

Social Life

N/A

Best ever. Much better than NYC....

Submitted by
Roman -
Czech Republic| February 26, 2009

Best ever. Much better than NYC.

Overall Rating

8/ 10

Academics

7

Living Situation

10

Cultural Immersion

7

Program Administration

10

Health and Safety

8

Social Life

8

I Really Enjoyed My Program!

Submitted by
Rebecca Weinstein -
Undisclosed| September 26, 2014

I really enjoyed my program! The administration was amazing and organized so much for the students. I wish there was more immersion but overall it was a great experience.

Overall Rating

8/ 10

Academics

5

Living Situation

10

Cultural Immersion

10

Program Administration

10

Health and Safety

N/A

Social Life

N/A

Need better professors and more interaction...

Submitted by
Afton Cissell -
Czech Republic| March 25, 2009

Need better professors and more interaction with Czechs.

Overall Rating

7/ 10

Academics

7

Living Situation

10

Cultural Immersion

8

Program Administration

8

Health and Safety

N/A

Social Life

N/A

Went for Music Composition....

Submitted by
Jessica Salzinski -
Czech Republic| March 26, 2009

Went for Music Composition.

Overall Rating

7/ 10

Academics

8

Living Situation

10

Cultural Immersion

10

Program Administration

10

Health and Safety

N/A

Social Life

N/A

It opened my eyes up to alot of things. Loved...

Submitted by
Liri Asllani -
Czech Republic| March 25, 2009

It opened my eyes up to alot of things. Loved the trips. They should enforce more interaction with Czechs

Overall Rating

7/ 10

Academics

8

Living Situation

10

Cultural Immersion

8

Program Administration

10

Health and Safety

N/A

Social Life

N/A

Although language immersion was minimal,...

Submitted by
nrb239 -
Czech Republic| February 26, 2009

Although language immersion was minimal, it really made me realize how difficult it is for immigrants in the US who don't speak english, or other immigrants around the world. I learned so much about the culture and the people who live there. We had trips planned for us around the host country that were essentially free and very informative and fun. All the RAs were either Czech or Slovak, as were all the professors. Overall, it was my favorite semester this far!

Overall Rating

5/ 10

Academics

8

Living Situation

N/A

Cultural Immersion

N/A

Program Administration

N/A

Health and Safety

N/A

Social Life

N/A

Awesome. LOVED it....

Submitted by
Lily -
Czech Republic| February 26, 2009

Awesome. LOVED it.

Term

Winter, Summer, Spring, Fall, Academic Year

Dates

Fall (Sep to Dec), Spring (Jan to May)

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Subject Areas

Anthropology

Art History

Business

Communications

Economics

European Studies

Film

Foreign Language

German

History

International Relations

Journalism & Broadcasting

Law

Literature

Music

Music - Vocal Performance

Photography

Political Science & Politics

Religious Studies

Russian & East European Studies

Russian Language

Sociology

Tv & Media Production

Cost in US$:

Visit NYU's website for the most up-to-date tuition and fees.

Program Fees Include:

Housing: NYU guarantees housing for all NYU Prague students. Students may choose between residence halls or NYU-leased, furnished apartments.

Experience Required

yes

Applicants are generally registered at an accredited college or university in the United States. Students who participate in NYU's global programs have completed their freshman year of study and have attained a GPA of at least 3.0.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

Dormitory

Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

Need- and merit-based scholarships are available. Visit NYU's website for a list of scholarship opportunities available each semester to students studying at NYU Prague.